Amy Stowe
Box Elder,SD
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with a strong focus on patient care, HIPAA compliance, and electronic health records management. Committed to improving workflow efficiency and ensuring high standards in healthcare environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Midwest Heart & Vascular
Rapid City, South Dakota
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed daily office operations.
- Obtained and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in the clinic.
- Managed electronic health records using specialized medical software systems.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Medical Assistant
Monument Health Urology
Rapid City, South Dakota
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Obtained and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in the clinic.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Medical Assistant
Monument Health Heart & Vascular
Rapid City, South Dakota
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Obtained and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and equipment.
- Educated patients on medication usage and treatment plans effectively.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Prior Authorization Specialist
CNOS
Dakota Dunes, SD
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Processed prior authorization requests for various medical services and procedures.
- Reviewed prior authorization requests to ensure accuracy and completeness of required information.
- Reviewed patient files to ensure compliance with insurance requirements.
- Verified patient insurance coverage, including eligibility, benefits and authorizations for medical services.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to gather necessary documentation.
- Maintained accurate records of authorization approvals and denials.
- Collaborated with insurance representatives to resolve authorization issues.
- Coordinated with other departments to obtain additional information needed for prior authorization.
- Educated patients on prior authorization processes and timelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Vatterott College
MO05-2015
High School Diploma -
Homer High School
Homer, NE05-1995
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant in SD
Monument Health
Rapid City, SDSkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs measurement
- Clinical procedures
- Electronic health records
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance verification
- Team collaboration
- Workflow efficiency
- Communication with providers
Certification
- Basic Life Support
Accomplishments
- Good Catch award
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Midwest Heart & Vascular
02.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant
Monument Health Urology
08.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Monument Health Heart & Vascular
06.2024 - 08.2025
Prior Authorization Specialist
CNOS
03.2023 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Vatterott College
High School Diploma -
Homer High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant in SD
Monument Health